Volkswagen Vento
Volkswagen Vento is a sedan car that is being manufactured by the European manufacturer Volkswagen since 2010. It is essentially a Polo with a boot, and has been developed especially for the Indian mid-level sedan segment. However, the design has none of the quirkiness as seen in its similarly-designed competitors like Maruti DZiRE, Tata Manza, Toyota Etios.[1]
Technically, the car comes with a 2552mm wheelbase, as opposed to the Polo's 2456mm. The extra wheelbase offers more rear legroom than the hatchback, something that is hugely appreciated by the Indian customers. VW offers a choice of two engine options; a 1.6 litre petrol engine mated to a five-speed manual or automatic gearbox and a 1.6 litre diesel engine mated only to a five-speed manual gearbox. The car is available in two trim levels: the Trendline and the highline, with the Petrol Highline also having the automatic option. A new special edition version "the breeze" is also available on the trendline featuring added accessories and discounts. [2]
The car is available in 6 colors, 2 non-metallic and 4 premium metallic shades. The high end Highline features Integrated USB Music System, Steering mounted controls, leather upholstery, fog lamps, front airbags, Intelligent display, 16" alloy spoke wheels and other standard features.[3]
In March 2011, Volkswagen recorded an impressive sales figure of 3973 units, dethroning the Honda City for the first time since its launch.[4]. Overall the car has been a big success in the Indian market and has been particularly lauded for its built quality. [5]
In November 2011, the car was slightly upgraded following customer feedback and opinion. These upgrades included USB compatible music system and steering mounted controls.[6]
[edit] Volkswagen Vento in Europe
The Volkswagen Vento was the commercial name of the third generation of the Volkswagen Jetta (1992 - 1999) in Europe.
[edit] Notes
- ^ http://www.inautonews.com/vw-plans-polo-sedan-in-india
- ^ http://www.volkswagen.co.in/en/models/TheVento/trimlevel_overview.html
- ^ http://www.indiancarsbikes.in/cars/vw-vento-initial-review-specifications-features-pics-17504/
- ^ Vento overtakes City in sales[1],
- ^ http://indianautosblog.com/2011/06/polo-and-vento-steer-volkwagen-india-towards-greater-success
- ^ http://www.indiandrives.com/the-diesel-vento-from-volkswagen-gets-an-upgrade-in-features.html
[edit] External links
- http://www.volkswagen.co.in/en/models/TheVento/trimlevel_overview.html
- Volkswagen Vento[2]
- Team-BHP review of Volkswagen Vento[3]
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